ASHPOfficial is the premier podcast of ASHP and the collective voice of our 50,000 members in health-system pharmacy. Through interviews and discussions with pharmacy thought leaders, ASHPOfficial will explore issues related to public health, medication use, and supporting the professional practice of pharmacists in hospitals, health systems, ambulatory clinics, and other settings. To learn more about ASHP, please visit ashp.org.
Episodes
Monday May 10, 2021
Monday May 10, 2021
Acute elevations in intracranial pressure from brain injury or illness can be life-threatening or lead to significant morbidity. Rapid identification and lowering of the intracranial pressure with directed therapy in the form of hyperosmolar therapy while awaiting definitive management of the underlying cause is essential in many cases. This podcast will discuss the selection between mannitol and hypertonic saline, logistics of storage and administration in the emergency department, goals of therapy, and monitoring parameters.
The information presented during the podcast reflects solely the opinions of the presenter. The information and materials are not, and are not intended as, a comprehensive source of drug information on this topic. The contents of the podcast have not been reviewed by ASHP, and should neither be interpreted as the official policies of ASHP, nor an endorsement of any product(s), nor should they be considered as a substitute for the professional judgment of the pharmacist or physician.